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Designed with the latest, high-sensitivity GPS receiver by SiRF, this unit tracks your position even in tree cover and canyons. It provides a bright, sunlight-readable color TFT display and include a 128MB microSD card for storage of optional map detail. Garmin preprogrammed microSD cards can be purchased, providing detail for Topo, BlueChart, Fishing Hot Spots, Minnesota LakeMaster Promaps and European streets. The 128MB microSD card can also be loaded with data from MapSource products like BlueChart, U.S. Topo 24K, Minnesota LakeMaster Promaps and City Navigator. Fast USB connectivity makes loading charts and maps quick and easy, while navigation instructions can be shared with repeaters, plotters, and autopilots using NMEA protocols through the dedicated serial port. The GPSMAP 76CSx incorporates a barometric altimeter for extremely accurate elevation and vertical profile data. An electronic compass displays accurate heading while standing still.
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Technical Details
- High-Sensitivity GPS Receiver- Color-Handheld Mapping Ideal For Both Marine & Outdoor Use
- Bright, Sunlight-Readable Color Tft Display
- 128 Mb Micro Secure Digital Card For Storage Of Optional Map Detail
- Fast Usb Connectivity Makes Loading Charts & Maps Quick & Easy
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By V. Apnar
This is a excellent product. The features that I like are waterproofness and the color screen. It is great to have a removable SD card because you can have more than 1 card with different maps on each card. It has very quick start up time. Also you can use the compass even if you are standing still.
By R. Belanger
I just received my Garmin 76CSX. From the reviews Of it that I have seen, it seems to be a good unit. One drawback is that this unit is only supported under Linux to transfer NMEA data via its serial port, which uses a non-standard RS232 connector so needs a special cable and which cable needs a serial RS232-usb converter because my netbook doesn't have a legacy serial RS232 connector.
By Reviewer
The one star rating of product due only to late arrival of product, which was a major disappointment for intended gift recipient. Had Amazon been able to provide correct information concerning when to expect delivery of this product, we would have paid more for express shipping. Product arrived approx 5 days past expected latest due date.
By Luigi (Aridzona)
I purchased the Garmin 76CSx primarily for use with my personal watercraft. I mostly do long day trips around the Chesapeake Bay area, and on occasion trailer my PWC on vacations to the Florida Keys. My major reason for purchasing the 76CSx vs. other outdoor, waterproof units is the fact that it floats. Odds are it's only a matter of time before I drop it in the water while embarking/disembarking at a dock or marina somewhere.
I purchased a Ram-Mount cradle and mounted it just behind the steering assembly on my Honda F12 Aquatrax. Considered the Garmin cradle, but I believe the Ram-Mount is a superior cradle since it secures the 76CSx on 4 sides (left, right, top, bottom). Surprisingly, the 76CSx still floats (just barely) with the Ram-Mount cradle attached.
I elected not to purchase any Bluechart America maps. Due to the small size of the display, it's very difficult to read any useable detail on the maps while actually riding. The internal compass, which I use frequently, is very visible even in bright sunlight while riding in rough conditions. Before taking any trip I research my hard-copy maps, Google Earth, etc. and load my appropriate waypoints and routes ahead of time. The 76CSx basemap typically shows very little detail. It was a pleasant surprise to discover the basemap did show the location of a number of buoys and channel markers throughout the Chesapeake Bay area.
Although some might find first time use of any GPS intimidating (I did), if you've used a GPS before you should find the 76CSx easy and intuitive to use. It only took me an hour to become familiar with nearly every function. Physical operation is also very easy. While on the water I'm able to easily navigate menus while wearing neoprene gloves.
The 76CSx is supposed to be waterproof to a depth of 1 meter for 30 minutes under "static" conditions (IPX7). However, my 76CSx leaked a teaspoon of water into the battery compartment after only being submerged for 15-20 seconds in a large glass of water--obviously unacceptable. Even if it had passed the 1 meter, 30 minute test, there's a bit of online chatter about using it on a kayak, PWC, or any environment where water can move or rush quickly around the unit. Under these "dynamic" conditions water is more likely to enter the battery compartment, USB port, and/or external antenna jack---even if it is not technically submerged. Although it's my understanding no immediate damage will likely result from water leaking into these areas (other than the batteries being ruined), over the course of time corrosion has the potential to permanently damage the unit (especially in saltwater). Bottom line, if you're going to use your 76CSx in a damp or wet environment, I think it's very important to perform the following after every use: 1) rinse it well (especially if used in saltwater), 2) inspect it for water intrusion, and 3) consider using a suitable water-displacing product on all metal surfaces (i.e., battery contacts, USB port, antenna jack, and rear mounting screws).
Wish there was a better alternative for those of us who use their GPS in a dynamic marine environment. However, life is full of compromises. Overall, I like the 76CSx. I've contacted Amazon and they're going to replace my leaky 76CSx. If the replacement will at least remain waterproof in a glass of water, I think it will greatly increase the chances of it surviving a few rides on the Chesapeake Bay on my PWC!
By E. Frisvold (Chicagoland, USA)
UPDATE: The more I use this device the more I like it. The screen is the best I've seen on any device in all lighting conditions. Very impressive. The options for setting up screens and other customization is really great. One shortfall is that if you use the device for multiple types of outings there isn't an easy way to set up different screen layouts. For example: while navigating a sail boat on open water I want very different data on the trip screen than while hiking in the mountains. Each time the screen needs to be modified manually, taking a few minutes of pushing buttons and remembering the layout I liked last time.
The down side of Garmin's terrible map management is even worse than I originally thought. After spending an hour on the phone with their tech support I learned that their new g2 BlueCharts have been recalled due to problems with data accuracy and their legacy BlueCharts have been discontinued (you can still buy them, but they're not being updated). The inland lake charts that I purchased and tried to download failed due to a known problem with their download application but they said the download option wasn't supposed to be available on the website, although some users are still getting access to it (like me). Moral of the story: for a worldwide leader in navigation technology they sure are missing the target on the map/chart technology. You'll need to wait until the end of the year to get good charts for your new device.
ORIGINAL REVIEW:
This is a great device and the screen is a huge improvement over the old eTrex Legend I had. It is very bright and clear in direct sunlight or in night mode. The 76csx is pretty hefty compared to the eTrex. It's hard to assess accuracy without lots of cross references, but Garmin has a great history in this business so no reason to doubt that they have that figured out. The interface is quite intuitive and general navigation is fine. The flexibility to set the screens up with information you want on them is very handy for marine navigation where you might be using multiple devices.
My #1 gripe with Garmin is there lousy practice of providing a worthless map on their devices. You need to build into your purchase decision the cost of their expensive maps. You cannot do any navigation on land or sea with the garbage map they provide. Especially on the road. Ridiculous.
The #2 gripe is the incredibly bad job they do with managing maps and map purchases. Their website is confusing and self-contradictory. In attempting to download a map I purchased from their site the download failed. Now I'm getting error messages on the device and they have no customer support on the weekend. I'm paying Cadillac prices for this product but getting Yugo support. Too bad, I would really like to like this product, but who needs this irritation.
I've wasted three hours installing and updating software on my PC and the GPS today and now I've got to deal with a failed download that won't restart. Next time I'll look at other brands.
I'll provide updates when this is worked out.
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